Key Figures — Jeremiah 31

3 figures

1. Jeremiah

   Prophet of God delivering messages of hope and restoration to Israel.

   Jeremiah conveys God's promise of a new covenant with Israel and Judah, emphasizing restoration and renewal.

   Related passages

   • Jeremiah Chapter 1 (Jeremiah's calling as a prophet)
   • Hebrews Chapter 8 (The new covenant fulfilled in Christ)

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   • #Prophet
   • #NewCovenant

2. Ephraim

   Representative of the Northern Kingdom of Israel.

   Ephraim is mentioned as a symbol of God's enduring love and mercy, despite past transgressions.

   Related passages

   • Genesis Chapter 48 (Ephraim's blessing by Jacob)
   • Hosea Chapter 11 (God's love for Ephraim)

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   • #Israel
   • #Mercy

3. Rachel

   Symbolic mother of Israel, weeping for her lost children.

   Rachel's weeping represents the sorrow of Israel's exile, but God promises comfort and restoration.

   Related passages

   • Genesis Chapter 35 (Rachel's death and burial)
   • Matthew Chapter 2 (Rachel weeping for her children in the massacre of the innocents)

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   • #Weeping
   • #Restoration

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